tooriku

Tooriku is a fictional archipelago used as a setting in speculative fiction and world-building exercises. It does not correspond to any real place.

The name is constructed; in-universe it may derive from a language of seafarers; no single real-world origin.

It consists of three main islands: Airi, Bokura, and Hikari. Airi is volcanic and rugged; Bokura is low-lying and swampy; Hikari features temperate forests. The surrounding sea has coral reefs and seasonal monsoons.

The Toorikan people claim the archipelago was settled by navigators known as the Tori, who established a loose confederation of island councils. Political authority rotates among island representatives.

Toorikan culture emphasizes seamanship, craftsmanship, and oral storytelling. Common crafts include weaving, pottery, and lacquerware. The economy relies on fishing, pearl diving, and trade with neighboring regions; spicy sea herbs are a notable export.

Tooriku has appeared in novels, tabletop games, and online lore communities, where it is expanded through fan-created maps and histories.